Fluteau, Extra Brut "Echo" NV Cote de Bars, Champagne, France

Founded in 1935, Champagne Fluteau stands as one of the pioneering grower estates of the Côte des Bars, where four generations of the Fluteau family have crafted wines from their own estate vineyards. Today, Thierry Fluteau and his American wife Jennifer, along with their son Jeremy, continue this legacy with a commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking. Their "Echo" Extra Brut showcases the pure expression of their terroir with its minimal dosage and elegant balance of tradition and modernity.

Tasting Notes

An effervescent wine displaying crisp green apple and bright citrus fruits, complemented by distinctive mineral undertones from the chalky soils of the Côte des Bars. The palate reveals delicate floral notes, wet stone minerality, and a hint of brioche, all supported by fine, creamy bubbles and a clean, taut finish. The minimal dosage allows the terroir to speak clearly, creating a wine that is both airy and structured with excellent precision and purity.

Food Pairings

Fresh oysters, grilled sea bass with herbs, seared scallops with lemon, soft goat cheese canapés

Details

• Varietal: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend
• Region: Côte des Bars, Champagne, France
• Appellation: Champagne
• Vintage: NV
• Rating: 90 pts Wine Enthusiast